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A8 XPK

1996 Audi A8

Green Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

195,720 mi
Last recorded195,720 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2012
Typical for 1996 Audi A8128,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XPK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2012 195,720 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 Mar 2012 195,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2010 192,077 miles

rear pads low

slight play in n/s track rod end

Fail 1 Dec 2010 192,068 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

o/s track rod end gaiter split and it has play which is only just a pass

rear pads low

Pass 1 Dec 2009 184,326 miles

play in o/s track rod end,play in the brake pedal,front discs worn/scored,rear pads,front tyres very low on tread,rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Sep 2008 177,934 miles

Front brake discs showing corrosion

Oil leak evident

Undertray fitted certain items unable to view

Various small stone chips to front screen

Fail 4 Sep 2008 177,719 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Chips In Windscreen

Engine Oil leaks

Front Brake Discs Rusted

Pass 23 Aug 2007 172,500 miles

c/l 510670

Fail 18 Aug 2007 172,463 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2006 163,964 miles

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How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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A8 XPK is a 1996 Audi A8 in Green with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 128,033 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 XPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A8 XPK registered?

A8 XPK is a 1996 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is A8 XPK safe to buy?

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